Can I pay Showmax with Telkom airtime?

How do I add my Showmax subscription to my Telkom Account? Available to South African subscribers only. Go to showmax.com and sign up. Select Telkom as your payment method then click on Add to Telkom bill.

How do I pay my Showmax account?

1. Visit and Find 'Showmax' as a biller.
2. Select Showmax subscription.
3. Enter your email address and select an option (one of the Showmax subscription plans)
4. Enter your card details and/or scan the QR code.
5. You'll receive an SMS with a One-Time-Password(OTP) from your bank and proceed 'Pay'

Is Showmax free on Telkom?

Telkom is also offering a 30-day ShowMax free trial to all customers who sign up for the SmartHome Premium or SmartPlan 100 from today until the end of the year. ShowMax only offers a seven-day free trial to new customers, thereafter is it R99 a month.

How do I cancel Showmax on Telkom?

1. Sign in on the Showmax website.
2. Select My Account on the top menu bar under your username.
3. Select Manage Subscription.
4. Select Cancel Subscription.

Do I have to pay for Showmax?

Showmax Free lets you stream selected shows, with ads and has limited functionality. You don't need an account and can use the service for as long as you like. The Showmax 14-day free trial gives you a chance to enjoy the full Showmax experience.

How can I use Showmax for free?

Showmax launches free streaming – including series, movies and sports

1. Download and install the latest version of the Showmax app;
2. Open the Showmax app and tap on the “more” menu icon;
3. Switch on free mode;
4. You will be automatically redirected to the home screen where you can then start watching free shows.

How do I put Showmax on my TV?

Go to the Smart TV interface on your Smart TV. Browse to the Smart TV application store. Search for Showmax. Install the free Showmax application.

How do I pay my Showmax bill with Telkom?

Available to South African subscribers only.

1. Go to showmax.com and sign up.
2. Select your Showmax plan.
3. Select Telkom as your payment method then click on Add to Telkom bill.
4. Enter your mobile number & Accept T&C's.
5. Confirm subscription with Telkom.
6. Enter your OTP verification.

How do I pay for Showmax on DStv?

For DStv Premium subscribers

1. Sign into your DStv account at
2. Select My Products.
3. Choose the DStv Premium package.
4. Click Add Showmax on the Showmax banner.
5. Accept the quotation.

Can you subscribe to Showmax without DStv?

Anyone can sign up for Showmax, no DStv required. To start watching, all you need to do is go to and choose your plan.

How do you buy Showmax data on Telkom?

The Telkom deal

Telkom offers a 1GB Video Bundle for R40 – purchase via USSD by dialling *180#.

What is Showmax pro on Telkom?

Showmax Pro has partnered with Telkom to bring you exciting data deals that include a one-month subscription to stream Showmax Pro on mobile devices.

Is Netflix free on Telkom?

Watch as much as you want, anytime you want. Telkom is punting its free Netflix promotion, where qualifying new and existing customers can get a three-month Netflix subscription valued at R417.

Can I pay Showmax with MTN airtime?

Payment is made using your MTN Nigeria airtime. You will receive your data bundle after the transaction. This data is only valid for watching Showmax, and not other online activities. If you run out of data, dial *131# /*447# to purchase a new data bundle.

How do I use Showmax on my phone?

Once downloaded, watch your downloads offline – no data needed.

1. Go to showmax.com to sign up.
2. Download the Showmax app on your smartphone or tablet for either iOS or Android.
3. Open the Showmax app, sign in, and choose the series episode or movie you want to watch offline.
4. Click on the DOWNLOAD button.

How do I activate my Showmax account?

Showmax Mobile and Showmax Pro Mobile plans: You may register one active device on your Showmax account.
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1. On the Showmax website select Sign In from the top menu.
2. On the sign in screen, type in your email address and password then select the Sign In button.
3. Select My Account on the top menu bar under your username.

Does Showmax use data on DStv?

Showmax on the DStv Explora allows you to stream content in either SD or HD resolution. Streaming in SD will use less data than in HD, so if you are concerned about data usage or have a slow line speed, choose SD. SD is 576i (633MB per hour) while HD content is 1080i (2.2GB per hour).

Can I add Showmax on DStv access?

From 19 October 2021, DStv Family and DStv Access can get Showmax for R49pm, too! All you have to do is add Showmax to your DStv account and start streaming today! It's just another way we're helping our customers feel every moment, for less.

How do I pay Showmax manually?

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1. Go to
2. Select Mobile or Standard.
3. Enter your email address and create a password.
4. Confirm the subscription value.
5. Enter your Standard Bank UCount card details.
6. Confirm using 3D Secure.
7. Start watching.

How do I activate Showmax on DStv premium?

For DStv Premium customers:

1. Login to your account.
2. Locate the Showmax banner on your account dashboard.
3. Click 'Activate'.
4. You'll be prompted to create a Showmax account - click Create Account. If you already have a Showmax account, just sign in and start watching.

How do I connect Showmax from my phone to my TV?

Launch the Showmax app. Select the Chromecast icon and pair to your Chromecast receiver. When you select content to cast, the content will play out via the Chromecast receiver. To stop casting, select the Chromecast icon again and select Stop Casting.

Do I need a smart TV for Showmax?

The easiest way to watch Showmax is definitely on your laptop or phone via the web and mobile apps respectively. However, if you have a non-smart TV at home, it is still possible to watch Showmax content on it.

How do I pair my phone with my TV?

The simplest option is a USB-C to HDMI adapter. If your phone has a USB-C port, you can plug this adapter into your phone, and then plug an HDMI cable into the adapter to connect to the TV. Your phone will need to support HDMI Alt Mode, which allows mobile devices to output video.

Can I watch Showmax?

It is available for Android and Apple phones, tablets, smart TVs, media boxes, Xbox One and PS4. Go to the app store on your device, search 'Showmax', select and download. To start watching, sign up at and follow the easy steps.